Provide instructions and tutoring to students, including explaining and demonstrating concepts and procedures and clarifying subject areas.
Maintain regularly scheduled and posted consultation times to provide feedback on coursework and quality of materials submitted for grading.
Assist in the development or update of tests and/or instructional materials.
Deliver portions of a course and/or lab sessions, facilitate discussion of course materials, and present to students in a variety of settings.
Grade student work by interpreting assessment criteria relative to student understanding.
Meet with students individually or as a group to resolve course-related problems.
Monitor the learning environment and ensure relevant health and safety protocols are followed.
Maintain records; may assist with reproduction of tests and organize course materials.
Provide technical guidance to employees within the Academic Capacity 1 group (if assigned).
May be assigned duties requiring administrator access to the University’s Learning Management system.
Attend training related to assigned duties and responsibilities.
May assist with proctoring/invigilating tests, exams and quizzes.
Perform other related duties as required.
Set up, test, dismantle, and store equipment and materials for the course.
Organize and logistically secure class activities, workshops, or local field-trips
Requirements summary
Legally entitled to work in Canada.
Normally a graduate, Honours, or an upper-level undergraduate student at the University of Winnipeg.
Completion of academic studies and/or suitable combination of education and experience related to assigned duties.
Successful completion of required training.
Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.
Ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Ability to interact empathetically with a wide variety of students.
Ability to provide effective and constructive feedback.
Ability to exercise judgement.
Ability to meet specified deadlines.
Capable of performing the duties as assigned.
Successful completion of a minimum of 30 credit hours, and at least 20 credit hours in Human Rights.
Maintain a GPA of 3.5 or above.
High-speed internet access.
Preference for undergraduate students in the Human Rights program.
Application must include U of W student number and unofficial WebAdvisor transcript (transcript pasted into resume document)
Minimum 30 credit hoursAt least 20 credit hours in Human RightsNormally a graduate, Honours, or an upper-level undergraduate student at the University of WinnipegMaintain a GPA of 3.5 or aboveWritten communicationJudgementTutoringRecord keepingOral communicationInstructional supportMeeting deadlinesIndependent work with minimal supervisionProfessional presentationEmpathetic interaction with studentsStudent consultationProviding constructive feedbackFollowing policies and proceduresGrading and assessment interpretation
Job description
Teaching Assistant - Academic Capacity 2 Position Vacancies
1
Estimated
Range of
Hours of
Work: 80-120 hours
Appointment
Dates:
July 17, 2026 -
September 18, 2026
Lab
Section
Dates/Times:
M/T/W/Th/F 9:00
AM - 4:00 PM This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Academic Capacity Unit.
Note to applicants: Please be sure to review the “Additional Requirements” at the bottom of this posting. Your application must clearly outline how you meet the requirements, and include all requested documents.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide instructions and tutoring to students, which may include explaining and demonstrating concepts and procedures, and clarifying subject areas; Maintain regularly scheduled and posted times to provide consultation and feedback to students on coursework, quality of materials submitted for grading, and other similar matters; Assist in the development or update of tests and/or instructional materials. Deliver portion(s) of a course, or lab sessions, including facilitating discussion of course materials, and present to students in a variety of settings; Grade student work requiring interpretation of assessment criteria vis-à-vis student understanding; Meet with students individually or as a group to resolve course-related problems; Monitor the condition of the learning environment, ensuring that all relevant protocols, such as health and safety are followed; Maintain records; may assist in the reproduction of tests; organize course materials; etc. May provide technical guidance to employees within the Academic Capacity 1 group; May be assigned duties requiring administrator access to the University’s Learning Management system; Attend training related to the assigned duties and responsibilities; May assist with proctoring/invigilating tests, exams and quizzes; Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Normally a graduate, Honours, or an upper-level undergraduate student at the University of Winnipeg. Completion of academic studies and/or a suitable combination of education and experience related to assigned duties. Successful completion of required training. Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, policies and procedures. Ability to present information clearly and professionally. Ability to interact empathetically with a wide variety of students. Ability to provide effective and constructive feedback. Ability to exercise judgement. Ability to meet specified deadlines. Capable of performing the duties as assigned. Additional Requirements Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Meets with the Immediate Supervisor responsible for the course/Workshop(s)/Local field-trip(s), for the purpose of orientation and receiving guidelines for providing logistic support before and during the delivery of the course. Help with the setting up, testing, dismantling and storing of equipment and materials for this course. Assist in organizing and logistically securing class activities, workshops or local field-trips. Completion of academic studies and/or relevant experience appropriate to supporting workshop settings or instructional activities in the classroom. Successful completion of a minimum of 30 credit hours, and at least 20 credit hours in Human Rights. Must have high-speed internet access. Maintain a GPA of 3.5 or above. Preference will be given to undergraduate students in the Human Rights program. *Your application must include your U of W student number and unofficial WebAdvisor transcript. Please add (copy and paste) your transcript into your resume document.
Facilitating discussions
Health and safety protocol compliance
Proctoring/invigilating tests
Learning management system support
Logistical support for workshops and field-trips
Equipment setup/testing/dismantling/storing
Past academic performance may be a significant factor in selection decisions.
Note
The work described in this person will be conducted in person. The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application. The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca. The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant’s suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.
